Shoulder massage can be done in many techniques but all the methods target the muscles surrounding the shoulder. The regions that are considered one when having shoulder massage include rotator cuff, upper trapezius, and rhomboids.

The end goal of any shoulder massage is usually to raise the temperature of the muscles surrounding the shoulder which become tight because of several reasons such as working excess. Kneading the targeted points increases the blood flow thus enhancing relaxation.

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Other benefits of having a shoulder massage include relieving pain, tension, and even stress. Having a list of the nearby shoulder massage therapists is important because you can seek their services any time. Shoulder massage in Rapid City is available at different places but Graceful Touch is an excellent destination considering the quality of service.

This is a client case study from Carol Moreland.

Session 1: July 5, 2021 I entered the Graceful Touch establishment looking forward to a massage. First thing, Guy asked if I had any specific issues I would like to concentrate on. That was a new and interesting thought! My right shoulder had been becoming very stiff, sore, noisy(clicking, grinding, snapping) and catching. My range of motion was very limited to painfully brushing only the right side of my hair and driving was tiring and painful. Guy spent the entire hour deep tissue massaging every muscle involved with that shoulder until I had complete, pain-free range of motion.

Session 2: July 12, 2021 My shoulder had begun to return to it’s painful self within an hour of leaving last week but still not as stiff a week later. So after today’s hour massage to my shoulder alone it stayed free much longer. I applied an analgesic morning and night and began physical therapy type exercises to keep it free.

Session 3: July 21, 2021 So much better this week that I only devoted 30 minutes to my shoulder and 30 to other issues. Continued the pain relief creme and exercises.

Session 4: July 27, 2021 Stiff and sore enough from hard use this week that we devoted the full 60 minutes to my shoulder.
I can tell that there must be some issues in the joint as the noises and catching continues but the massage therapy and exercises have allowed me to have full use of my right arm this summer.

End of case study

Understanding Shoulder and Neck Pain

To clearly understand the structure of the neck and shoulder it is important noting that our neck has 25 ligaments and 18 muscles. The many muscles and ligaments are in charge of enhancing a smooth movement while at the same time keeping the head in balance. These movements expose the shoulder and neck to some tension. The movement and strain usually happen mostly when carrying a heavy bag, when using a computer, or even a phone. Other conditions that may expose the neck and shoulder to strain include whiplash which may occur due to accidents or other uncontrolled experiences.

Why Shoulder and Neck pain Happen

There are many causes of pain and tension in the shoulders and neck region by the common include strain that happens in workplaces. Many people work all day long in busy offices and they don’t even mind their sitting posture. Anytime you stay in an unbalanced posture that exposes your muscles to some strain you are welcoming shoulder pain. One way to prevent tension or even pain is avoiding the same posture for long when working. You can wake up and stretch maybe after every hour to ensure a smooth flow of blood.

Why Should one have Shoulder and Neck Massage?

You will have shoulder and neck pain at the end of the day if you strain your muscles. As a result, it is advisable to prevent the condition by having a shoulder massage to prevent the problem. By having a massage, you soften the muscles while at the same improving blood flow. On top of minimizing the chances of having chronic pain in your shoulder region, you help your body relax thus preventing stress that may arise as a result of tension.

Other benefits that your body gets as a result of the smooth flow of blood include a better distribution of oxygen in all body organs. Massage opens up the blocked blood paths by loosening the shoulder and neck muscles. The softening process absorbs chronic pain and that is why massage can heal even complex shoulder problems.

If you have been searching for a shoulder massage near me in Rapid City, search no more. You can reach Graceful Touch via phone at 605-574-1998 or through their address which is 2040 W Main St #209 – Rapid City, SD.

Some of the common techniques that you can try include: skin rolling, acupressure, kneading, trigger pointing, and Effleurage.

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Closing thoughts
The benefits of shoulder massage are both physical and mental and therefore it should be taken with the seriousness it deserves. Being stressed can lower your production because with pain and tension it is almost impossible to work.

One way that shoulder massage affects your mental health is by reducing the rate at which cortisol hormone is released which is responsible for stress

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LMT Guy Siverson

Owner at Graceful Touch

Guy is a dedicated vegan, who prefers natural remedies to treat root causes of physiological problems, instead of turning to medication to merely treat symptoms. When he learned in December 2017 he was suffering from high blood pressure (hypertension), he turned to massage as a potential answer for his problem. Rather than engage massage as a client, Guy chose to become a massage practitioner and enrolled in the Black Hills School of Massage in Hermosa, SD. He is now licensed to provide Swedish, Deep Tissue and Trigger Point massage among other modalities. He, and his wife Irene who is also a massage practitioner, have joined forces with the Fountain of Youth Waterstore in Rapid City where they provide clients with comforting relief from body aches and pains. Be sure to ask Guy what happened with his blood pressure when you see him for your initial treatment session.